Volunteer Administrative Support
OFFERED BY:
My Sight NottinghamshireLocation(s): Castle
Address where volunteering takes place: 26 - 28 Heathcoat Street Nottingham NG1 3AAHow many places are on offer? Several
Purpose of Role:
A perfect opportunity has arisen for a volunteer administrative/ reception role with My Sight Nottinghamshire.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
My Sight Notts is one of the oldest charity in the region, supporting local blind and partially sighted people with a wide variety of services. Our charity offers a wide range of volunteering opportunities, which support our services, from Arts and crafts, and social groups to IT, equipment and emotional support.
We are seeking an administrative volunteer to assist with the reception duties in our Heathcoat Street office in Nottingham City center.
The ideal candidate will need to have the following:
• good administration Skills
• Well organised
• Willing to learn new skills and learn the practices and policies of the My Sight Office
• A polite and friendly telephone manner
Part of the role will involve speaking to service users and other volunteers via telephone in order to support them in their role.
There will also be administrative duties involved and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs is desirable. We will teach you some basic database skills in line with our CRM system.
Training and induction will be given. Travel Expenses are available and full support will be given.
We are seeking an administrative volunteer to assist with the reception duties in our Heathcoat Street office in Nottingham City center.
The ideal candidate will need to have the following:
• good administration Skills
• Well organised
• Willing to learn new skills and learn the practices and policies of the My Sight Office
• A polite and friendly telephone manner
Part of the role will involve speaking to service users and other volunteers via telephone in order to support them in their role.
There will also be administrative duties involved and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs is desirable. We will teach you some basic database skills in line with our CRM system.
Training and induction will be given. Travel Expenses are available and full support will be given.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Organisation and Creativity
Willingness to get involved
Can Do Attitude
Good Communication Skills
Ability to work as part of a team
this is a great opportunity to build on existing skills and improve confidence.
Willingness to get involved
Can Do Attitude
Good Communication Skills
Ability to work as part of a team
this is a great opportunity to build on existing skills and improve confidence.
WHEN REQUIRED:
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? Yes
Age Restrictions:
18+
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? Yes
Disability restrictions:
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
3working days
How long to complete training and recruitment?
This should be complete with in a few sessions.
Volunteer Expenses offered? Yes
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out? Yes
DBS Disclosure required? Yes